GTL describes which element in targeting?

• A. Imaginary straight line from gun to target
• B. A curved path to the target
• C. The range to target
• D. The target area designation

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is the Gun-Target Line, which is the imaginary straight line from the weapon to the target. This line is what you use to orient the weapon, determine bearing and alignment, and ensure the aiming solution is correct and safe. It represents the direct line of sight from gun to target, not the projectile’s flight path.

That straight line best matches the concept of GTL. A curved path would be the ballistic trajectory the round follows, not the line used for aiming. The range to target is simply the distance to the target, not the line itself. The target area designation refers to the location area of interest, not the line from gun to target.